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POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gdańsk to Warsaw is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gdańsk to Warsaw will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 20 trains that leave Gdańsk for Warsaw every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 5118
IC 8328
EIC 5350
EIP 8352
EIP 8300
EIC 8350
EIP 8300
EIC 5350
EIP 8352
EIP 8452Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gdańsk to Warsaw among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 284 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£25 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Gdańsk to Warsaw trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIC 5350 | 6:58 Gdańsk Główny | 2h33 | 9:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5400 | 7:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 10:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 8300 | 9:01 Gdańsk Główny | 2h30 | 11:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 8452 | 9:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 12:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8328 | 10:07 Gdańsk Główny | 3h12 | 13:19 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5302 | 10:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 13:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 8352 | 11:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 14:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5404 | 12:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 15:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5304 | 13:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 16:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5306 | 14:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 17:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5308 | 15:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 18:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5406 | 16:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 19:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 8350 | 18:02 Gdańsk Główny | 2h29 | 20:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 5140 | 18:50 Gdańsk Główny | 2h41 | 21:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
TLK 53170 | 19:48 Gdańsk Główny | 3h31 | 23:19 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIC 5100 | 19:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 22:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 83170 | 23:46 Gdańsk Główny | 3h39 | 3:25 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
IC 5118 | 3:55 Gdańsk Główny | 3h04 | 6:59 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
EIP 5300 | 5:54 Gdańsk Główny | 2h37 | 8:31 Warsaw Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Gdańsk to Warsaw run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Warsaw — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warsaw trip today.
Powerful museum documenting the history of Polish Jews through immersive galleries and important cultural context.
Major national art museum with Polish and European painting, decorative arts and a noted Faras Gallery.
Interactive museum telling the story of the 1944 uprising through objects, testimonies and multimedia displays.
Historic market square lined with colourful townhouses, street performers and easy access to Old Town lanes.
Elegant royal route street linking key churches, palaces and monuments, best explored on foot between Old Town and centre.
Large city park with peacocks, lakeside paths and the Palace on the Isle, offering one of Warsaw's best walks.
Hearty rye soup with fermented starter, sausage and egg, often served in a bread bowl. A classic Polish Easter and everyday comfort dish.
Pan-fried dumplings with fillings such as meat, cabbage and mushrooms, or potato and cheese. A staple of Polish home cooking and festive tables.
Slow-cooked hunter’s stew of sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and assorted meats. It is one of Poland’s most traditional and robust national dishes.
Refined Polish dining by the Royal Castle, focusing on seasonal ingredients and elegant interpretations of national cuisine.
Historic, traditional restaurant near the Old Town serving Polish classics in an old-fashioned, atmospheric interior.
Long-established Warsaw institution known for Polish dishes, cakes and a grand dining room with a classic city-centre feel.
Moderate for Europe: rooms, dining and public transport are usually cheaper than in Western European capitals, though central hotels and top restaurants cost more.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis, or add a small tip if service was helpful.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gdańsk to Warsaw by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Warsaw, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gdańsk to Warsaw trains use the Gdańsk Główny to Warszawa Centralna station pair, with some services arriving at Warszawa Wschodnia. Use this guide to compare Gdańsk and Warsaw train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gdańsk Główny has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pierogarnia Mandu Centrum, Restauracja Gvara
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Główny. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Główny. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Główny: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Główny: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Gdańsk Stare Miasto, Scandic Gdańsk, Hotel Wolne Miasto.
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz is 4 km from Gdańsk city centre. Public transport options include:
Gdańsk Wrzeszcz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pobitegary, Avocado Vegan Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gdańsk Wrzeszcz: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Szydlowski, Villa Vrest, Smart Hotel.
Warszawa Centralna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Strefa Centralna, Restauracja Halka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Centralna. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Centralna. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Centralna: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Centralna: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warsaw Marriott Hotel, InterContinental Warsaw, Novotel Warszawa Centrum.
Warszawa Wschodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Wschodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Mateusz Gessler Restaurant, Bistro Praga
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Wschodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Wschodnia: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hetman, Hotel Wiatraczna, Hotel Praski.
Warszawa Zachodnia is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa Zachodnia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Warszawski Lukier, Bistro Trojka
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Warszawa Zachodnia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa Zachodnia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Campanile Varsovie, Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre.
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